Jodi Benson Biography: Age, Siblings, Height, Films, Net Worth, Husband, Nationality, Children

Jodi Marie Benson also known as Jodi Benson remains a celebrated voice actress, singer, and stage performer, best remembered for bringing to life Ariel in Disney’s The Little Mermaid and its related works, alongside roles like Barbie in the Toy Story series.

Her career mixes strong vocal skills with live theatre experience, covering animation, films, video games, and Broadway shows.

Profile

• Full Name: Jodi Marie Benson
• Stage Name: Jodi Benson
• Born: October 10, 1961
• Age: 63 years old
• Birthplace: Rockford, Illinois, USA
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Voice Actress, Singer, Stage Actress
• Height: Unknown
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Marzorati
• Siblings: Two
• Spouse: Ray Benson
• Children: McKinley Benson, Delaney Benson
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $5 million USD

Early Life and Education

Jodi Benson, a celebrated voice actress, singer, and stage performer, was born on October 10, 1961, in Rockford, Illinois.

She grew up in a Catholic home with Mr. and Mrs. Marzorati and her two siblings, where she found early interest in singing and acting.

She finished her studies at Boylan Central Catholic High School in Rockford and later earned a B.F.A. in musical theatre from Millikin University in Decatur, Illinois.

Her background in the arts set her on the path to a full career in performance. Her roots are American, and she holds to Christianity.

Career

Jodi Benson started out in theatre, making her Broadway entry in 1983 with Marilyn: An American Fable. She took the lead in the 1986 musical Smile, singing the notable track “Disneyland,” and worked with Howard Ashman, who later helped her land the Ariel role.

In 1992, she played Polly Baker in Crazy For You, earning strong reviews for her lively take on Gershwin tunes.

Her voice work took off in 1989 with Ariel in The Little Mermaid, where she handled both talking and singing parts, boosting Disney’s animation revival.

She went on to voice key characters in Disney projects like Weebo in Flubber (1997), Lady in Lady and the Tramp II: Scamp’s Adventure (2001), Anita in 101 Dalmatians II: Patch’s London Adventure (2003), and a live role as Sam in Enchanted (2007).

Outside Disney, she voiced Thumbelina in the 1994 film, Tula in The Pirates of Dark Water (1991-1993), and EVA in Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater (2004, under a pseudonym).

She also served as Barbie’s voice for Mattel and Pixar from 1992 to 2011, including Toy Story 2 (1999) and Toy Story 3 (2010).

Recent efforts include a cameo in the 2023 live-action The Little Mermaid and stage work like Gypsy with her daughter in 2023 and 2025.

Her range keeps her busy in animation, games, and live shows.

Social Media

Jodi Benson does not have social media account

Personal Life

Jodi Benson, a celebrated voice actress, singer, and stage performer, is now 63. She met actor and singer Ray Benson during a time of personal faith shift and married him on May 19, 1984.

They have two children: son McKinley, born in 1999, and daughter Delaney, born in 2001.

The family lives near Atlanta, Georgia, and stays close, with Delaney joining Jodi on stage for Gypsy in 2023 and 2025.

Jodi often credits her strong Christian beliefs for guiding her through career highs and family life, keeping things private while focusing on her work.

Filmography

• Thumbelina (1994) as Thumbelina
• Flubber (1997) as Weebo
• Toy Story 2 (1999) and Toy Story 3 (2010) as Tour Guide Barbie; also in Hawaiian Vacation (2011)
• Lady and the Tramp II: Scamp’s Adventure (2001) as Lady
• 101 Dalmatians II: Patch’s London Adventure (2003) as Anita Radcliffe
• Enchanted (2007) as Sam (live-action)
• The Pirates of Dark Water (1991-1993) as Tula
• Camp Lazlo (2005-2008) as Jane Doe / Patsy Smiles

Net Worth

Jodi Benson, a celebrated voice actress, singer, and stage performer, has an estimated net worth of $5 million USD.

Her money comes mainly from voice deals with Disney and others, Broadway runs, film soundtracks, video games, and concert appearances.

Long-term roles like Ariel and Barbie, plus her Disney Legend status, have helped build her steady income over the years.